President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to safeguard the country’s long-standing peace. He also urged citizens to avoid extremism, political intolerance and tribal divisions.
He made the appeal at the national Eid al-Adha celebrations held at Black Star Square on Wednesday, May 27.
The President said the message of Eid al-Adha is especially important at a time when many countries are facing conflict, violence and growing social divisions.
Mr. Mahama said Ghana continues to stand out as a model of peaceful coexistence. He noted that people of different religious and ethnic backgrounds live together harmoniously.
He explained that Christians and Muslims in Ghana have, for generations, shared communities, schools, businesses and even family ties.
According to him, this legacy of unity must be preserved and strengthened.
“I urge all Ghanaians, irrespective of religion or ethnicity, to continue promoting peace, tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect,” he stated.
The President stressed the need to maintain unity across religious and ethnic lines. He encouraged citizens to promote peace, tolerance and mutual respect in their daily interactions.
He warned that extremism, political intolerance and tribal divisions could threaten national stability.
“We must reject extremism, political intolerance, tribal divisions, and all acts that threaten our national unity,” he said.
President Mahama also drew lessons from the teachings of Islam. He referenced the Holy Prophet Muhammad, describing his life as one rooted in mercy, humility, honesty, kindness and justice.
He said these values should guide both Muslims and all Ghanaians in strengthening peaceful coexistence and national unity.
